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In Kyrgyzstan, snow and fog in some areas — weather forecast for January 21

According to data from Kyrgyzhydromet, the weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on January 21 will be as follows. During the night, snow is predicted in some areas of the Issyk-Kul and Naryn regions, as well as in the mountainous areas of the Batken region. No precipitation is expected in the agricultural territories of the Batken region and in other areas. During the day, there will also be snow in the mountainous regions of the Batken region, while the weather will remain dry in agricultural

20.01.2026, 14:25
The ban on the export of catalytic converters to the Kyrgyz Republic may be extended for another six months.
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The ban on the export of catalytic converters to the Kyrgyz Republic may be extended for another six months.

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has initiated a public discussion on a draft resolution concerning the ban on the export of used catalysts, slag, ash, and residues of precious metals contained in catalysts from Kyrgyzstan. The main goal of this project is to protect public health and the environment, as well as to reduce air pollution caused by vehicle exhaust emissions.

19.01.2026, 19:44
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The Ministry of Natural Resources collected samples of industrial emissions from a waste processing plant at a landfill

On January 19, specialists from the Department of Environmental Monitoring of the Ministry of Nature conducted sampling of industrial emissions at the waste processing plant located at the Bishkek city sanitary landfill. The press service of the Ministry of Nature reported that these studies are aimed at assessing the impact of the enterprise on the environmental situation in the region. During the monitoring, laboratory analyses will be conducted on a number of indicators, including nitrogen

19.01.2026, 17:34
Does the plant at the sanitary polygon in Bishkek harm the environment? Checked by the Ministry of Natural Resources.
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Does the plant at the sanitary polygon in Bishkek harm the environment? Checked by the Ministry of Natural Resources.

On January 19, 2026, specialists from the Department of Environmental Monitoring conducted sampling of industrial emissions at the site of a waste processing plant located at the urban sanitary landfill in Bishkek. This was reported by representatives of the Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic. The purpose of this study is to assess the impact of the plant on the environmental situation. During the monitoring, laboratory analyses are conducted covering parameters such as

19.01.2026, 17:22
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The population is growing, but the wastewater treatment facilities remain the same; in district cities, the problem is even more complex, - head of the Ministry of Natural Resources

Wastewater treatment facilities are one of the most important global issues, especially in the context of population growth in large cities and increased resource consumption. This was stated by Meder Mashiev, the Minister of Nature, in his interview with AKIpress. He noted that many treatment facilities in small towns across the country were built during the Soviet era and are in need of modernization.

19.01.2026, 17:01
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In Bishkek, no precipitation; fog at night and in the morning — weather forecast for January 20

According to the forecast from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in some areas on the night of January 20. During the day, snow will fall in the Chui, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, as well as in the mountains of the Jalal-Abad region, while no precipitation is predicted in other areas. Fog is possible at night and in the morning. Snow drifts and ice will form on road surfaces. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s. Air temperature:

19.01.2026, 15:42
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In the Alamedin District, a man was fined for illegal hunting of pheasants

On January 17, in the Alamidin district, employees of the Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service for Bishkek conducted a raid aimed at combating poaching in the Bek-Tuu area, located in the village of Kara-Jygaach. As a result of the operation, based on received operational information, a man was detained who was engaged in illegal hunting and had managed to shoot several pheasants.

19.01.2026, 11:54
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In Kainy, MP "Kainy Service" was fined for discharging sewage.

On January 15, inspectors from the Ecological Supervision Service of the Chui Region conducted an on-site inspection in the city of Kainy, prompted by a publication that emerged on social media the day before, on January 14. According to data provided by the Ecological Supervision Service, the inspection revealed that the municipal enterprise "Kainy Service," subordinate to the city administration, was illegally discharging sewage into the local area.

19.01.2026, 10:53
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Storm Warning: Avalanches and Icy Conditions Expected in the Mountain Regions of Kyrgyzstan on January 18-19

From January 18 to 19, sharp changes in weather conditions are expected in Kyrgyzstan: snow is anticipated in some areas, while intense precipitation is expected in others. There is also a possibility of wet snow accumulating on trees and power lines, reports Kyrgyzhydromet. In some places, fog will be observed. Snow drifts and icy conditions may occur on the roads, and in mountainous areas, snow drifts are expected. An intensification of the westerly wind is anticipated, with speeds reaching

18.01.2026, 14:06
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Snow in some areas, no precipitation in the rest of the territory — weather forecast for January 19

Weather overview in Kyrgyzstan for January 19. On the night of January 18-19, snow is expected in some areas of the Issyk-Kul region, while most of the country will remain precipitation-free. During the day, snow may occur in isolated places in the Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Naryn regions, while the rest of the regions will be dry. Fog is also possible in some areas. Caution is advised on the roads due to snow cover and icy conditions. The wind will be from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, and

18.01.2026, 12:58
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Storm Warning: Avalanches and Icy Conditions Expected in the Mountain Regions of Kyrgyzstan on January 17-18

Starting from January 17, a sharp change in weather conditions is expected in Kyrgyzstan: snow will fall in some areas, with intense precipitation in certain regions. There will be wet snow accumulation on wires and trees. This information was provided by Kyrgyzhydromet. In some areas, fog is possible. Snow drifts and ice will form on the roads, and in mountainous areas, snow drifts may occur. The strengthening of the western wind may reach 15-20 m/s.

17.01.2026, 13:41
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Snow is expected overnight in most of the country — weather forecast for January 18

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on January 18. On the night of January 17 to 18, snow is predicted in most regions of the country. During the day, precipitation is possible only in some areas of Chui, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, while Talas, Osh, and Batken regions will remain dry. Snow drifts and icy conditions will persist on the roads. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, and in the western part of Issyk-Kul Lake, its speed will reach 15-20 m/s. This

17.01.2026, 12:32
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Fight Against Smog. Deputies Proposed Banning Gasoline Cars and Transitioning the Private Sector to Smokeless Fuels

On January 16, during an off-site meeting of the parliamentary groups "Mekenchil" and "Ata Jurt" in the Jogorku Kenesh, Burun Amanova and Mahabat Mavlyanova presented their ideas for addressing the smog problem in Bishkek. Amanova noted that attention should be paid to the experience of some Chinese cities that have implemented a ban on the use of gasoline vehicles.

16.01.2026, 19:58
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The deputy asked about the funds allocated to Bishkek in 2013-2015 for the waste processing plant.

At the off-site meeting of the parliamentary groups of the Jogorku Kenesh "Mekentchil" and "Ata Jurt," held on January 16, Deputy Nurlan Azygaliev raised an important issue regarding the funding provided to Bishkek from 2013 to 2015 for the construction of a waste processing plant. The deputy pointed out the total amount of 22 million euros, of which 3 million euros were allocated as grants, 11 million euros were provided by the European Bank for Reconstruction and

16.01.2026, 19:27
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In the Issyk-Kul Region, winter feeding of white swans was conducted

At Lake Issyk-Kul, employees of the Issyk-Kul Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service organized feeding for the white swans that winter in this area. According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, the natural food supply for these birds significantly decreases during the winter period, which necessitates providing them with safe and regular nutrition.

16.01.2026, 18:19
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A 400-meter fishing net was retrieved from Issyk-Kul

On January 16, a raid event took place in the waters of Lake Issyk-Kul, organized by inspectors from the Issyk-Kul Regional Department of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, operating under the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources shared information about this event. During the inspection, approximately 400 meters of old synthetic fishing net, made in China, was discovered and removed, which

16.01.2026, 17:56
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Mountain of garbage at the old landfill. The Bishkek City Hall promises it will disappear.

At the off-site meeting of the parliamentary groups "Mekenchil" and "Ata Jurt" on January 16, Deputy Alisher Kozyuev asked Bishkek Mayor Aibek Junushaliev about what will happen to the waste at the old landfill and whether it can be disposed of. Kozyuev noted that this issue requires attention, as fires periodically break out, and the wind carries particles of garbage to nearby areas, contributing to the deterioration of air quality.

16.01.2026, 17:27